Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
yell
verb
/jɛl/
Definition
to shout something very loudly, often to express strong emotion or to get someone’s attention.
Examples
- She had to yell to be heard over the noise.
- He let out a yell of joy when he saw his friends.
- The coach yelled instructions during the game.
Meaning
A yell can indicate excitement, fear, anger, or the need for help.
Synonyms
- shout
- scream
- holler
- call out
- roar
